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LA 8638 S3 Knorr-Bremse compatible Air Processing Unit Repair Kit

301.03.0070.05

Summary

This air processing unit repair kit is designed for the in-place overhaul of air treatment units in heavy commercial vehicle brake systems. It is compatible with Knorr-Bremse systems to ensure efficient air regulation and distribution within the pneumatic circuit. Equivalent to OE Knorr-Bremse LA8638S3.

Product identifiers
EAN Code	8683457012530

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Compatible OEM Codes

KNORR-BREMSE
- RPLA2100 S3
- LA 8646 S3
- LA 8645 S3
- LA 8644 S3
- LA 8643 S3
- LA 8642 S3
- LA 8641 S3
- LA 8640 S3
- LA 8639 S3
- LA 8638 S3
- LA 8637 S3
- LA 8636 S3
- LA 8635 S3
- LA 8627 S3
- LA 8625 S3
- LA 8617 S3
- LA 8610 S3
- LA 8609 S3
- LA 8608 S3
- LA 8607 S3
- LA 8606 S3
- LA 8605 S3
- LA 8600 S3
- K116880N50 S3
- K116879N52 S3
- K116879N50 S3
- K116878N52 S3
- K116878N50 S3
- K116877N52 S3
- K116877N50 S3
- K116876N52 S3
- K116876N50 S3
- K116875N52 S3
- K116875N50 S3
- K116874N52 S3
- K116874N50 S3
- K116873N52 S3
- K116873N50 S3
- K116872N52 S3
- K116872N50 S3
- K116871N52 S3
- K116871N50 S3
- K116870N52 S3
- K116870N50 S3
- K116869N52 S3
- K116869N50 S3
- K044300N50 S3
- K044300N03 S3
- K044300 S3
- K043684N50 S3
- K040608N50 S3
- K040607N50 S3
- K040607N03 S3
- K040607 S3
- K040606N50 S3
- K040606N03 S3
- K040605N50 S3
- K040605N03 S3
- K040604N50 S3
- K040604N03 S3
- K040604 S3
- K039120N50 S3
- K039120N03 S3
- II38617FN00 S3
- II38617FM5 S3
- II38617F S3
- II38610FM5 S3
- II38610F S3
- 484460186000 S3
- 286370 S3
- 274746 S3
- 1100586000R S3
- 1100586000 S3

Description

What does an air processing unit repair kit do?

An air processing unit repair kit is a service set for the in-place overhaul of the unit that dries, regulates, and distributes compressed air within a heavy commercial vehicle's air brake system. This component is critical for maintaining stable pneumatic pressure throughout the braking circuit.

Compatibility and application

This kit is compatible with Knorr-Bremse systems. It provides a cost-effective alternative to full unit replacement by addressing internal wear in the drying, regulating, or distribution stages of the air treatment process.

Installation and maintenance

When performing an overhaul, technicians should ensure surface cleanliness and use correct lubricants to ensure the longevity of the repair. It is essential to verify that all seals and gaskets are seated correctly to prevent pressure loss between pneumatic circuits.

Maintenance guidance

Always check the vehicle manufacturer's service manual for exact tightening torques and maintenance intervals to ensure optimal performance of the air brake system.

OE cross-reference

301.03.0070.05 (Air Processing Unit Repair Kit) is the equivalent of the Knorr-Bremse OE number. This part directly replaces Knorr-Bremse OE number LA8638S3.

Other OEMs

KNORR-BREMSE

LA8646S3
LA8645S3
LA8644S3
LA8643S3
LA8642S3
LA8641S3
LA8640S3
LA8639S3
LA8638S3
LA8637S3
LA8636S3
LA8635S3
LA8627S3
LA8625S3
LA8617S3
LA8610S3
LA8609S3
LA8608S3
LA8607S3
LA8606S3
LA8605S3
LA8600S3
RPLA2100 S3
LA 8646 S3
LA 8645 S3
LA 8644 S3
LA 8643 S3
LA 8642 S3
LA 8641 S3
LA 8640 S3
LA 8639 S3
LA 8638 S3
LA 8637 S3
LA 8636 S3
LA 8635 S3
LA 8627 S3
LA 8625 S3
LA 8617 S3
LA 8610 S3
LA 8609 S3
LA 8608 S3
LA 8607 S3
LA 8606 S3
LA 8605 S3
LA 8600 S3
K116880N50 S3
K116879N52 S3
K116879N50 S3
K116878N52 S3
K116878N50 S3
K116877N52 S3
K116877N50 S3
K116876N52 S3
K116876N50 S3
K116875N52 S3
K116875N50 S3
K116874N52 S3
K116874N50 S3
K116873N52 S3
K116873N50 S3
K116872N52 S3
K116872N50 S3
K116871N52 S3
K116871N50 S3
K116870N52 S3
K116870N50 S3
K116869N52 S3
K116869N50 S3
K044300N50 S3
K044300N03 S3
K044300 S3
K043684N50 S3
K040608N50 S3
K040607N50 S3
K040607N03 S3
K040607 S3
K040606N50 S3
K040606N03 S3
K040605N50 S3
K040605N03 S3
K040604N50 S3
K040604N03 S3
K040604 S3
K039120N50 S3
K039120N03 S3
II38617FN00 S3
II38617FM5 S3
II38617F S3
II38610FM5 S3
II38610F S3
484460186000 S3
286370 S3
274746 S3
1100586000R S3
1100586000 S3

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Brand	Model	Model Type	Engine
DAF
IVECO
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FAQ

What is the purpose of an air processing unit repair kit?

It is a service set used to overhaul the unit that dries, regulates, and distributes compressed air within a heavy commercial vehicle's braking system.

When should I use a repair kit instead of a new unit?

A repair kit is an economical way to renew heavily loaded components when mechanical parts are still sound but seals or gaskets require replacement.

Does this kit work for all brake systems?

This specific kit is designed for air processing units and is compatible with Knorr-Bremse systems used in heavy commercial vehicles.

How can I ensure a successful repair?

Ensure surface cleanliness, use the correct lubricant, and follow controlled tightening torques as specified in the vehicle's service manual.

What are the OE reference numbers of this part?

301.03.0070.05 directly replaces Knorr-Bremse OE number LA8638S3.